Description
Cajun Pasta with Chicken and Sausage is a flavor-packed dish that merges the essence of Louisiana with creamy goodness. Featuring tender chicken, smoky sausage, and vibrant spices, this quick and customizable recipe is perfect for family dinners or gatherings, offering an irresistible taste in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- Fettuccine or penne pasta
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Cajun seasoning
- Andouille or smoked sausage
- Fresh bell peppers (red and green)
- Onion
- Garlic cloves
- Heavy cream
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions in salted water until al dente. Drain and reserve ½ cup of pasta water.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté sliced sausage until browned, about 5 minutes. Add seasoned chicken pieces and cook until fully cooked, around 7 minutes.
- Stir in chopped bell peppers, diced onion, and minced garlic; sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream while scraping up any bits from the skillet. Simmer for 3 minutes; add reserved pasta water for desired consistency.
- Toss in the cooked pasta with additional Cajun seasoning if desired. Serve hot with optional garnishes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, include seasonal vegetables like zucchini or spinach.- Adjust spice levels by modifying the amount of Cajun seasoning used.- Leftovers can be transformed into a casserole by adding cheese and baking until bubbly.